10 Ways To Teach Letters (With Little Or No Money)

When I started teaching Tbomb letters, I wanted it to be fun, but I also wanted it to stick and for him to be able to grow with it. I wanted the tools to be very inexpensive, be things we already had, or be able to be used as he learned more and more. I found several ways and these have stuck to be used with Snapper as well.

1. Whether it is a chalkboard, dry erase board, or magnadoodle- having something to use over and over again to write letters is a huge addition.

2. Flashcards- if you have index cards, that is great. If not, cut paper into squares and use that. Use them like traditional flashcards. You can also lay them all on the floor and have your child bring you specific letters. I also would tape them to things he either liked to snack on, drink, or play with. He would have to tell me the letter to get what he wanted.

3. Shop Dollar Stores- look for letters, flash cards, workbooks, etc. They do not have to be beginners, just have letters in them. We also bought letter dry erase boards. The dollar stores always have things you can teach letters with- shop the toy and office supply aisle- you will be surprised at what you will find.

4. Raid the toy box- you may not realize it, but there are letters in their toy box. Pull everything with letters out. When you play with them, make your child tell you the letters.

5. Sing the Alphabet Song while you brush teeth and wash hands.

6. Write a letter on a piece of paper and have your child color on it, put stickers on the letter, etc.

7. Use a spiral notebook and make a letter journal together. For each letter, make a page. Have your child color the letter and then glue the letters out of a magazine. Having your child find the letters is a huge lesson.

8. Using sheet protectors, free printables, or cheap workbooks, make a letter workbook your child can do each morning. I have found that dry erase crayons work the best, as well as dry erase colored pencils.

9. Anytime you think about it, write letters together, say letters together, and have your child recognize letters. It does not have to be planned, he/she can repeat the letters as you drive.

10. When your child starts recognizing the sounds letters make, have them find things around the house that start with letters- just beware of confusing sounds, like chair.

Remember, repetition is the key. Do things several times a day and your child will know the letters in no time.

Fall Boredom Busters With #QuartoKnows

Disclaimer: I received books to review. All opinions are my own.

Autumn is coming. That means that as time goes by, more time will be spent in the house. Also, it will be getting dark earlier. All this means that adults and children alike will need more things to keep them busy. Instead of turning to computers and all electronics, let books and crafts lead the way.

23 Things to do Before you are 11 1/2 by Mike Warren

Are you a dare-devil? Learn to make stilts, a rope ladder, and even a go-cart! Budding adventurer? Learn how to put together a survival bag, campfire and fishing net. Aspiring conservationist? Learn to build your own bird nesting box and wormery. From basic woodworking skills to constructing a kite, this brilliant guide is full of fantastic activities you can enjoy with a parent or grandparent. Learn about science and the eco side of an invention as you work through the 23 fun projects. Outdoor activities have never been such fun - and if it's raining, there are plenty of other fun things to do too!

I knew this was going to be the perfect book for Tbomb and I was right. He is already planning things to do with his daddy. Even though most things need to be built outside, he is reading it inside and staying interested. Some things can be done inside and some things are the perfect time to do them to get done in time for next spring and summer. I love that it shares a lot of practical projects and fun projects. 

Stuck On fun

From washi tape, patterned paper, and stickers to stencils and punch-outs, Stuck on Fun is a perfect gift for crafters of all ages!

Stuck on Fun introduces young crafters to the creative possibilities of decorative tape and patterns. This interactive book comes with fully illustrated punch-out cards and characters, as well as stickers, sticker tape, patterned paper, and stencils to decorate, embellish, and personalize each punch-out in a unique and colorful way. Also included is a project book filled with simple instructions for designing and creating unique patterns from the included materials as well as an assortment of common craft supplies. Kids will have a blast creating their own unique character designs, doodles, and patterns. From washi tape, patterned paper, and stickers to stencils and punch-outs, this book is a perfect gift for crafters of all ages!

This is the perfect book for snapper. Not only does it introduce her to the world of crafting, but it makes it simple and keeps things slow. She can also create puppet shows and everything she needs is in this book. 

Make Pompom Fun Shapes

Learn to make fun and fluffy pompom shapes with this all-in-one kit!

Make Pompom Fun Shapes is an adorable do-it-yourself kit includes a step-by-step, 16-page booklet that contains illustrated instructions for learning basic pompom construction. With 6 exciting projects and 6 different yarn colors, crafters will have endless fun with just one kit. The tools and techniques that are found in this kit can be used to create future pompom projects.

The Make Pompom Fun Shapes kit also comes with lightweight acrylic yarn in 6 different colors- 30 yards each and pompom makers in 2 sizes.

With this kit, the whole family can get in on the crafting. The book contains easy to follow diagrams for all of the projects so even kids can do them. It contains all you need for the projects and hours of family fun in a box. Just add scissors (and ice cream, of course)! 

Learn To Crochet Kit

With all you need to start crocheting your very own scarf, this kit includes a step-by-step, 32-page booklet that contains illustrated instructions for learning basic crochet stiches. Even if you're a beginner, you'll have a 5.5" wide and 58" long scarf when you're done!

Crocheting expert Deborah Burger will teach you about hooks and other crochet tools, yarn, and all the basic stitches. You'll understand crocheting instructions, symbols, and diagrams so that you'll have a handy list of abbreviations for all your future crochet projects.

The Learn to Crochet Kit also comes with worsted-weight yarn in two colors (150 yds. each), a size H (5 mm) crochet hook and a yarn needle.

This little kit will keep me busy for a while. I can chain stitch, but that is it, so I am really looking forward to learning some new stitches and trying them out. I may be able to get some extra projects finished this year for Christmas after I learn these stitches! 

Aromatherapy Kit by Iside Sarmiento

Start enjoying a healthier and more sustainable life with essential oils, all from the comfort of your own home!

Essential oils are an all-natural way to bring about peace, calm, energy, and many other states of being. An alternative route to stress relief and preventative care, these oils can truly help heal.

The Aromatherapy Kit contains information on all of the most common oils used in home remedies: orange, lavender, peppermint, tea tree, lemon, frankincense, geranium, and cedarwood. They are each profiled so you can use their individual attributes to create a unique blend for exactly what you need, with instructions given on whether oils are to be used topically or diffused around your home.

You'll find ideas on how to use essential oils for cleaning appliances or freshening up clothes and musky closets. The book also includes advice on how to purchase and store essential oils for all of your aromatherapy uses. Find the aromas that best suit your lifestyles and develop a love for them that will last a lifetime.

Head on over to QuartoKnows.com for these and other books to stop fall boredom in its tracks!

What You Need To Teach Your Toddler: Just a Few Things and A Magna Doodle

When I first started teaching Tbomb school, he wasn't quite two yet. By the time he was 2, he knew his alphabet and could count to 10. He could tell you what sound each letter made, identify them, and even tell you what letter many words started with.

I only had a few things to teach with, most of which we all have lying around the house.

1. I had index cards with each letter written on them.

2. I had a spiral notebook that we would "write" in together and I would write letters really big, then he would color on.

3. I had crayons

4. I had a magnadoodle.

• We got the magna doodle out every day. To Tbomb, it was a toy, so I was teaching him to have fun learning. 
• I would write the letter and he would tell me what it was
• We would take turns writing on it- it helped him learn to grip a pencil.
• We drew letters, shapes, and numbers. 

We still use the magna doodle in school with Snapper, but Tbomb has graduated to the boogie board. 

10 Things To Repurpose For Organizing

Organizing is not only something I enjoy doing, it is something I have to do. In order to homeschool, work at home, have projects going, live in a small space, and have room to move, staying organized is a must.

Over the years, I have found several things that I can repurpose that make perfect tools for organizing. I'm going to share those with you today.

1. Ice Cream Buckets: those 1-gallon plastic bins that ice cream come in- they are perfect for storing blocks, art supplies, and more in. You can even label them! They stack perfectly and have handles. I like that they are clear and I can easily see what is inside!

2. We use coffee creamer containers to store small pieces to sets like legos, Polly pockets, and more. They work perfectly and can fit inside a larger container.

3. Kitty Litter Buckets: My husband's aunt buys the kitty litter that comes in the yellow buckets. She sends them to us when they are finished. I use them to organize toys (legos, small dolls, play-doh, matchbox cars, etc) and my husband uses them to organize plumbing fittings, screws, and other items used for his work.

4. Crystal Lite containers are perfect for plasticware, colored pencils, picnic supplies, popsicle sticks, and more.

5. Twist ties can keep cords together, reseal items to go in the freezer (like large bags of french fries), and so much more. We have a mug that we put them in when we empty something.

6. We have a huge bag in our spare room that holds grocery bags- we use them to line wastebaskets, clean the animals' litter and dragon cages, and so much more. We save them all because we go through a lot of them.

7. Small mayonnaise jars are perfect for storing activity popsicle sticks, counting objects, letters and more, plus the label comes off easily, making it easy to label.

8. Mason jars are incredibly versatile, as well as pickle jars, jelly jars, and any other glass jars you bring into your home.

9. When we buy spray bottles (Windex, Odoban, Clorox Spray, etc), we wash the bottles out and save them for mixing our own cleaner, ammonia with water (to spray on trash cans), and water (to make cats go away when we feed ours).

10. Baby food jars are perfect for storing brads, thumbtacks, nails, staples, and other small things. You can put a magnet on the lid to store just about anywhere, or put them in a drawer and label the lid!

Is Your Water Safe? Let EnviroTestKits Answer That!

Disclaimer? I was sent a sample to review. All opinions are my own.

We live out in the country, but we still have "city water." Although we do not have a well, we still worry about the quality of water coming into our home for our kids to drink. We also wonder about our pipes and how safe it all is for our family. Does our water have lead or bacteria in it. Until now, this was testing that the average person did not have access to.

Thanks to Safe Home Drinking Water Test Kits, which are now widely available on Wal-Mart shelves, we can now answer these questions in the comfort of our own home. Wal-Mart is the first major retailer to carry these kits and they are available in South Carolina.

I got to test out the kit and wanted to share with you how simple and useful these tests are.

The instructions are clear and precise, definitely making them a winner.

This is what I received. I decided to do the bacteria test first, completely in-home and very easy. I'm happy to report that there is no bacteria in our water!

Next up, I did the lead test, which must be registered and sent off. You do not have to worry about shipping. EnviroTestKits takes care of all that!

I finished the test, following the directions carefully and got it ready to send off.

I will report back when we get the results. With all the crazy in the world and the possibility of our drinking water becoming contaminated, I encourage you to test the water your children drink! 

Magical Mermaids Around The World

My Snapper loves unicorns, mermaids, fairies, and many other mythical beings. She was playing dress up the other day and pulled out her two-piece swimsuit to be a mermaid. She cleverly put on a skirt over it. She's been begging me to make her a costume, so I'll have to see what I can do about that (she is clumsy so the traditional costume may not work, but this one should.)

She has been asking a lot of mermaids lately, so Google has often come to my rescue. Then, something magical happened. The Costume Superstore sent me a really cool email about mermaids!

Thank you Costume SuperCenter for this awesome infographic. (You can read more here)

Boy/ Girl Room Inspiration: Whimsical Tribal

I have a confession to make: I have not yet decorated the kids' room. Yes, Tbomb is almost 7 and Koda just turned 4. Right now, their rooms are just a mash-up of the things they love- there is no design to it. Well, we are getting ready for the kids to have new beds (Junior Lofts so there is more room for them to play) and put some gorgeous carpet down, so I thought I would start planning a great design and start projects for them. It's organized, so decorating is the obvious next step.

The kids have some great things that I wanted to work into the room, like the items below:

I have one of these rattles that belonged to my dad's mom- Carrie Jane

My son received one of these tents for his birthday a few years ago and I've been dying to use it in their room for a reading tent

I have a set similar to this that belonged to my grandmother. I definitely want to use the shelf and possibly the mirror for Snapper.

I bought one of these towels last year on clearance. I wasn't what I would do with it, but knew I wanted to make something for the kids- I think I will make a pillow for their beds. 

I have always loved this quote for snapper and will make her some wall art with this quote on it. 

I know this is a crazy mix of decor, but I want it all to work. I have been thinking about it a lot but hadn't come up with anything. I know the room will not be finished until after the new year, but I do want to get started with decor items. I was browsing Oriental Trading and found the solution!!! 

As soon as I saw this baby shower theme, I knew this would be my kids' room. I love it and I know they will too! 

Adorable Brother/ Sister Halloween Costumes from #OrientalTrading + More Ideas

Disclaimer: I received costumes and accessories from Oriental Trading. All opinions are my own.

I love dressing the kids as a pair for Halloween, especially while they are young. Sometimes they go along with it, but sometimes they do not. This year, I surprised them with costumes and they love the skeletons!

These skeleton costumes from Oriental Trading were perfect for pairing, as well as for our Skeleton Halloween Party.  Snapper wore "Funky Punky Bones" and Tbomb wore the bloody skeleton costume.

I love the little skull buckets too! I thought they would be perfect for their dolls... maybe I should make matching doll costumes?!

I found some amazing options for accessorizing, as well. Something fun I did this year was to accessorize myself. I usually wear a witch hat headband to go along with them, but this year, I decided to match. I wore my lego skeleton shirt and some fun accessories from Oriental Trading:


    

I wore the Day Of The Dead Bride/ Groom Hat, Skeleton Hand Tattoos, and the Day of the Dead Dangle Earrings, but there are a ton of Halloween accessories at Oriental Trading that will make you Halloween and costume amazing!

Trying out their costumes for this year. These are my favorite premade costumes ever #orientaltrading

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 The kids are loving these costumes and they are so fun. I'm always thinking of costumes that can be paired for the kids. They are often not amused by my ideas, so I thought I would share them with you. Here are 10 ideas I love!

1. Pirates (girl and boy)
2. Witch and Warlock
3. Movie Characters
4. Superheroes (They were Spiderman and Wonder Woman one year)
5. Cat and Mouse
6. Doctor and Patient
7. Two-headed monster
8. Lamb and Sheep
9. Dr Frankenstein and Monster
10. The Adams' Family Characters (I want the kids to be Wednesday and Pugsly so bad) 

I hope these ideas help and I would love to hear about your costume ideas! 

Skeleton Halloween Party For Kids

Disclaimer: I received items to organize this party from Oriental Trading. Opinions are my own. Thank you Oriental Trading for allowing me to do this project.

I wanted to do a Halloween party for the kids this year. It would be like a play date- just something fun for the kids and their friends. While trying to think of a theme, I found an adorable skeleton garland that I knew would be perfect. The theme was born- "Dem Bones" would be perfect, classic, and non-scary, but the perfect Halloween vibe. I got to work and it sure was fun. (I love throwing kid parties!)

The party was born and I was so very excited! Probably even more than the kids. I knew that I had to have a few structured elements for the kids because after they run and play, my kids need structure and many other kids do well with that. I figured out a few things and set up. 

1. I decided to teach the kids the song "dem bones." I loved it when I was a kid and what is more fun than teaching kids a new song and watching them dance around. I found a cute video on YouTube and set up my tablet for them to watch and listen to while they danced around after they learned the words. 

2. Craft Station: I love doing crafts with kids and think a craft is a great party favor, especially a picture frame. We made picture frames and I'll print photos of each kid and deliver to their homes to put in the frame. TIP: do the craft yourself before the party- this will help you know what the kids may need help with and make sure you have all the supplies you need. 

3. After the craft station, I let the kids all have a dance party to get the ants out of their pants and so that I could get ready for the snacks! The kids were absolutely adorable spinning, jumping, and dancing to classic Halloween songs. 

4. Now it was time for the food! I really had fun with this! 

I was pretty excited about setting up the food "table." The plan was to have the party outside, but we had to bring the food inside because of weather uncertainty. Luckily, we didn't get wet and the kids still got to be outside- just eat inside. We had plenty for the kids to choose from: 

• Popcorn Fun: We put popcorn in the Halloween Silhouette Treat Stand with Cones. The cones made it easy for the kids to hold and made serving really easy. We used the mini skull buckets at the planters from the Skeleton Pumpkin Decorating kits to put popcorn add-ons in, like black jelly beans, sweet-tart skull and bones, marshmallows, sprinkles, and more. The kids really liked that. 
• I made skeleton cookies: chocolate cookies cut out with a small gingerbread man and white icing skeletons drawn on. I served these on gorgeous black and white chevron plates. 
• The black/ white/ orange theme of the food table was gorgeous. The bone markers and Halloween paper lantern set added to the look. 
• I used an Oriental Trading large tabletop chalkboard with a gold glitter border to add a little more fun to it all. 
• Drinks were served in a barrel dispenser that holds 3 1/2 gallons of tea. We used black and white skeleton disposable cups. The dispenser made things much easier. It isn't always easy to pour drinks for kids while doing everything else, with the barrel, they could do it themselves. 

I had just as much fun putting the party favors together. 

Each child received in a black and orage celephane bag: Ghost poof marshmallow treats, sweet tart skull and bones candy, a skeleton pencil, skeleton stickers, and an extra cameo craft as a thank you for coming to our party. 

While we were cleaning up (because my lovely friends enjoy helping), the kids got to do a skeleton puzzle and I could not believe I found these on Oriental Trading because I have not seen them in years- I bet you haven't either. 

I just loved throwing this skeleton themed party for the kids and they loved it as well. 

Book Review: It Starts With A Seed

Disclaimer: I received a book to review. All opinions are my own.

My children love learning about nature. Most of their time is spent outside and almost every day they discover a new plant, rock, bug, or feature of the land that grabs their attention. I love this and love encouraging their love of nature, discovery, and adventure. When I come across books that can do the same, I can't wait to read it with them.

Gardening is also one of their favorite hobbies and It Starts With A Seed ties all of that together, especially since they have just discovered buckeyes and have been picking them up anytime they see them.

Take a journey through the seasons and years as we follow the seed’s transformation from a seedling to a sapling, then a young tree, until it becomes a large tree with its branches and roots filling the page.

As the tree grows, it is joined by well-loved woodland creatures – squirrels and rabbits, butterflies and owls – who make it their home. Beautiful and evocative, It Starts With a Seed is a factual story that will touch children with its simple, enchanting message of life and growth.

Snapper and Tbomb's eyes were filled with enchantment as we read this book and they saw the changes to the tree and how the trees affect the ecosystem. This book really shows how important trees are and how many animals call them home. With the focus on the Sycamore's life cycle, children learn to love these little seeds and what they become. They want to plant trees of their own now.

15 Tips For Snacking On The Go

My husband had some problems the last several months with getting dizzy and his blood sugar dropping. He was feeling bad in general. Making sure that he had snacks and drinks with him constantly made a big difference, but didn't solve the problem.

It turns out that he has a vitamin D deficiency (like me) and that is what was causing the majority of the problems. He does have problems with his blood sugar dropping, although he is not diabetic, so he does have to keep snacks and glucose tablets with him.

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We solved the problem with a Cool Clip Thermal from Thirty-One in a nice masculine camo print. He can put this in his backpack he carries his tablet and stuff in, throw it in the truck when he goes to work, or just carry it along. I keep a bottle of juice, a pack of crackers, snack cake, and glucose tablets in the pouch and it works perfectly. I throw in an Oreo ice pack and his juice stays nice and cold.

Because this is something we do struggle with, I wanted to share some tips with you.

1. Wash and chop fresh produce ahead of time to make packing easier.

2. Keep a few pre-packaged options on hand for a quick grab and go.

3. Invest in small bowls, reusable sandwich bags, and drink containers so you can use them over and over again without running out at the last minute.

4. Buy snacks that are eaten the most often in bulk (we buy large bags of popcorn, animal crackers, graham crackers, veggie straws, and cheese crackers) then repackage them as you need them.

5. If you want, you can buy zip baggies and repackage a whole bag of snacks at a time. It can make it easier and keep them fresh longer.

6. If you want apples for your snack on the go, there is an easy way to keep it fresh, but cut it as well. Just use an apple slicer/ corer, but put the pieces all back together. Then, wrap the whole thing in plastic wrap.

7. If you are making a snack or lunch for kids on the go, use a sandwich bowl, make sections with cupcake liners, and you instantly have a divided bowl that is the perfect size for kiddos. If you cut their sandwich in half and stack it- it fits!

8. Always try new things at home- you don't want to be out a snack because you don't like it.

9. We keep individual packages of dried fruit on hand for a healthy option as well.

10. Have a dehydrator? Use it to dry fruits and vegetables for a healthy snack that is perfect for on the go.

11. Pack snacks the night before- trust me, it is much easier. You can put your whole bag/ container in the fridge with a bottle of water, ready to go in the morning.

12. If you are packing for kids, think about choking hazards, allergy hazards (you don't want a new food to trigger a reaction), and other foods the kids will be eating. If they are going to be having birthday cake, you don't want to pack a bunch of sweet snacks.

13. Keep many options on hand- moods can change.

14. Keep a plastic spoon in your snack bag, just in case you need it. I do that with the kids and I've been grateful many times. Especially if I have packed pudding or yogurt and forgot the spoon.

15. Invest in a snack bag, container, water bottle, and ice pack that works for you and that you love- it will make all the difference.

Do you have snacking tips you would like to share?

10 Free American Sign Language Resources for Kids

Up until about a year ago, Snapper did not talk at all. There was no babbling, no trying, nothing. While waiting for the testing to start- hearing tests, addition physicals, autism testing, and more- I took a leap and decided to start teaching her sign language. I had taught Tbomb some baby signs when he was an infant, I took sign language in the 5th grade, and I was always fascinated with it. She took to it and started communicating with me in sign language. She picked it up very quickly. I knew then that she wanted to talk.

I had so many family members, friends, and strangers tell me not to teach her sign language, that it would make her "lazy" and not talk. My theory on this is that scientists have shown studies that it helps language development and talking is much easier than sign language. When it came down to it, I listened to my mother's instinct and still believe I made the right choice.

Her developmental pediatrician encouraged this and said that if nothing else, I "was giving her a way to communicate" and helping her anxiety stay at a minimum. Eventually, we found that at some point, she had fluid behind her ears, causing a delay. She was diagnosed with anxiety and expressive language disorder. Her diagnosis also included that she is very intelligent for her age, above developmentally (except for speech), and very socially intelligent. Even though she is socially intelligent, her anxiety and speech delay cause problems when socializing with other children. When playing with other kids, she often reverts to using sign language. One of her speech therapists use sign language when she talks with Snapper, and it really seems to help.

She now talks all the time and can tell me just about anything. I often think about last year and what we were going through and the nervousness I felt- but all I knew what that I love my daughter no matter what and that I would do what it takes to help her and teach her. She is still being monitored and there is something else going on with her needs- but she is going to have to be a little older to figure that out.

I wanted to share with you some of the resources I found while teaching her sign language. We still learn sign language in school because I want my children to know it- you never know when a deaf person or person with language disorder crosses your path.

1. ASL File Folder matching game from FileFolderFun.com

2. Printable sign language basics chart from StartASL

3. ASL cheat sheet from Signing For Dummies

4. ASL video dictionary at SigningSavvy.com

5. I have found a lot of sign language resources at Pinterest - search "free sign language"

6. Free Alphabet Printable Chart at SignLanguagePrintables.com

7. Free Worksheets at Teach-Nology.com

8. Free Courses for kids at ASL-Kids.com

9. Other free printables at TeachersPayTeachers.com

10. There are a ton of free handy resources at KidCourses.com for sign language.

Many of the above resources have a whole library of items that can help you teach your children.

There are a ton of free and inexpensive resources for sign language available. Whether you want to teach it as a second language to your children, learn it yourself, or have a child with a need to learn it, there are resources available, even if you do not have funds available.

If you have resources not listed here, please contact me- I am very interested in cataloging free resources for other mothers.

31 Uses For The Super Swap-It Pocket #ThirtyOne + #Giveaway Reminder

Disclaimer: I did receive samples for reviews and ideas. All opinions are my own.

I was recently sent a couple of super-swap it pockets for the kids. Tbomb has switched between using his for action figures to books, drawing supplies, and even his play tools. Snapper uses hers for her barbies.

For Barbies, it is absolutely perfect. The middle is the perfect size for several Barbies- standing up or lying down- her van even fits. There are small pockets inside it that are great for accessories. The side pockets hold accessories, clothing, shoes, and anything else your little Barbie fan can come up with.

Isn't Wonder Woman Beautiful?

I've realized through getting the kids stuff organized in the Super Swap-It Pocket, that there are so many uses for this bag. 

1. Organize Work Totes

2. Mobile Office

3. Barbie Organization

4. Drawing Supplies

5. Mobile Classroom for field trips

6. School work for homeschool kids

7. Direct Sales Paperwork

8. Action Figure Organization

9. Library Trip Organizer (books, list of books, lesson plans, etc)

10. Research tote

11. Bible Study bag

12. Organizing Tech

13. Craft Supplies

14. Knitting/ Crochet/ Cross Stitch

15. Decor Ideas/ Magazines/ Swatches

16. Beauty (Curling Irons, etc fit in the middle)

17. Kids Travel Activities

18. Paperwork for legal/ medical

19. Toy sets with multiple accessories

20. Laptop Bag (for some sizes)

21. Car Emergency Kit

22. First Aid Kit

23. Game Supplies (WOW/ Dungeons & Dragons/ Magic/ etc)

24. Team Mom Supplies

25. Teaching Supplies

26. Planning Supplies

27. Medical Supplies

28. Home Tool Bag

29. Diaper Bag

30. Purse

31. Small Briefcase

If you would like to win one of these with the new giraffe print, be sure to check out this blog post for your chance to win it and more!